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Just wondering what seems to be the best combo to keep warm when the temp's are in the 30's... I have all the gear, but don't know what the right combo is.. I've got compression (under armour).. I've got Mizuno breath.. Various jackets/pullovers/rain gear... I think you know what I'm talking about... What seems to be the best combo to keep warm and still be able to make a golf swing..???

30* isnt, "really cold". LOL To answer the question though, I go with the addition of a windbreaker sweater. For me, thats all thats needed to stay warm. If its really wind or if its right around 30* I may go with a beanie but even then it would have to be some pretty signifigant windchill for me to break out the beanie.

Guys, it doesn't matter what your outdoor activity is. The strategy is ALWAYS the same. With golf, you just need to make sure the cut and articulation is geared towards mobility without binding.

3 layers top, 2-3 layers bottom.

Top layers:

Fitted base layer (Icebreaker Merino or top of the line synthetic [i.e. Patagonia Capilene 3/4])
-This acts as a moisture wicking solution above all else

Insulating mid-layer such as fleece or down for the cold days

Shell outer layer
-This layer depends on conditions. Gore-Tex is water and windproof. Windstopper is windproof and water resistant. Overall, make sure this garment moves well with your body.

Bottoms are easy. Base layer like on top and have a good shell outer layer. If you need a mid-layer on the bottom than golf is out anyway, as the ground will be frozen.

Agree. And it should be pointed out to anyone who's wearing cotton as a base/mid layer is wasting there money on a breathable shell or any other wicking fabrics. Cotton holds moisture, so a sweatshirt, tshirt, or sweatpants will have you cold and clammy underneath your $200 gore shell. Stick with synthetics and proper wicking layers.

Personally I have found that I don't like tight fitting items. I go with one standard shirt layer, then either thermal underwear top under that, or a sweatshirt on top, and then finally a ZR rain/wind jacket that blocks the wind. This and a beanie (maybe 2 if really cold) keeps me toasty. Any more layers or with tight fitting things, my swing goes haywire.

That's my strategy too. But for those of you who can brave temperatures under 70*, someone mentioned Icebraker base layers above. Their product and others like it are far superior to Under Armour, Nike, Adidas, and the other usual suspects.

The Icebreaker New Zealand wool keeps you super warm yet it breathes better than most synthetic fibers. Also, the wool doesn't stink if you start to sweat a little. It's a very impressive product but its not cheap because of the New Zealand wool export.

I go with several thin layers, and ensure that each layer slides over the one under it. This system keeps me warm and does not bother my golf swing.
For the torso, from the base layer out:
--Cotton t-shirt, crew neck/short sleeve. I know that goes against the moisture wicking theory, but it's comfortable and doesn't get wet.
--Mizuno Breathe Thermo, loose fit.
--A thin merino wool vest.
--Adidas Clima Warm, normal size. The Clima Warm is stretchy so it does not bind.
--If the temperature drops into the 30's I add a cotton fleece sweatshirt.

I have some cotton pants that seem to be a bit thicker than normal. I don't wear a thermal layer because it seems to bind against the pants with every step.
If it's below freezing I go to fleece lined pants and a heavy'ish wool sweater in place of the sweatshirt.

A toque (woolen cap) keeps the ears warm. I keep the hands warm by putting them in my pockets; cart mittens go on if I have to hold an umbrella.

My winter rain jacket is a Sun Ice Tornado Bollon, one size over normal. It has good stretch to it so it never restricts my swing even over all those other layers, and it keeps me dry in the worst conditions.

Coulds always try pantyhose under any layers. I puts on knee socks and wear black *tights* under my under armour cold gear tights and socks They keeps heat in and are very thin and stretchy. I prefer more fitted tops. Nike pro combat long sleeve with Pro combat 1/4 zip jacket. Keeps heats in nice and walking the course also helps stay warms. No baggy layers to disrupts my swings.

Plus a fleece hat with ear flaps. Gots one with cat ears and one with panda ears. Also takes fleece jacket to puts hands in while between shots so no needs fors winter gloves. Mittens also help if hands gets some cold.

Question on the Under Armor upper compression base layer. Do you wear an undershirt underneath or does the base layer go right up against your skin? I have a couple different UA base layers that I wear over an undershirt and I tend to sweat quite a bit during the round. If I don't wear the base layer I'm colder but don't sweat. Thanks.